The Pediatric Occupational Therapy Assistant/COTA is a qualified, licensed individual,

who skillfully implements an occupational therapy care plan as planned, delegated and supervised by the Supervising Occupational Therapist. Patient visits are predominately performed in private residence for home health care agency.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Completes a minimum number of visits defined by the agency.
• Implements treatment plans as instructed by the supervising Occupational Therapist.
• Instructs patients, their families and other caregivers in regards to therapy procedures.
• Is pro-active in communicating with the supervising Occupational Therapist, reports pertinent observations and reactions regarding changes in patient status.
• Records relevant treatment data in accordance with agency standards, completes and submits all documentation in a timely manner.
• Assists the supervising Occupational Therapist in preparation for patient care conferences, communicates with other members of the home health team to facilitate coordination of patient care.
• Participates in staff development and in-service education with the agency to learn new treatments, procedures, developmental skills etc.
• Performs all duties in compliance with agency policies and procedures. Adheres to all rules, regulations, code of ethics, guidelines and codes in federal, state and local laws which are concerned with the practice of Occupational Therapy.
• May be required to meet with supervisor, technical support personnel, staffing personnel, or other support staff as needed to maintain therapy standards and patient care.
• Incidental time is a part of the job responsibilities which includes, but not limited to, patient chart updates, patient notes and call logs, performance reviews, supervisory meetings, and drive time to patient’s home.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate of an approved Occupational Therapy Assistant curriculum.
• Currently licensed to practice as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state of Texas.
• Relevant clinical experience, 1 year or more preferred.
• Must be physically and legally able to operate a vehicle.